Lot 74
Shaw, George Bernard (1856-1950). Playwright and essayist.
Autograph Letter Signed ("G. Bernard Shaw"). One page, recto and verso, quarto, n.p., June 21, 1905. On "The Old House, Harmer Green, Welwyn" stationery. In black ink. To scholar and statesman Gilbert Murray. One vertical fold, slight toning to the edges. Still, in fine to very fine condition.
In a playful, yet curious note, Shaw writes to classical scholar Murray and begins with a discussion about the royalties he receives for his work: "It is, heaven forgive us, an awful waste of brass. However, You Never Can Tell brought me in £120 a week steadily from the beginning of the year until the last quarter of April: consequently my banker is in funds to an extent he has done nothing to deserve.".
Estimated Value $750 - 875.
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